Eric Wilkinson

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32-hour work week goes full-time in San Juan County

After a two-year trial, San Juan County becomes Washington's first county to adopt a 32-hour work week, saving taxpayers millions while improving employee happiness. FRIDAY HARBOR, Wash. — In a world...

Bellingham waterfront redevelopment faces delays after developer contract canceled

Despite setbacks, Bellingham's waterfront moves forward with openings of a new park, hotel and whiskey bar. BELLINGHAM, Wash. — A canceled contract is bringing delays to the redevelopment of the Bellingham...

Stanwood woman’s photos of her late mother finally headed to Obama museum, forging bond over shared loss

After contacting KING 5 in 2023, a local woman learned her photos of her mother with Barack Obama's mother will be displayed at the Obama Presidential Center. STANWOOD, Wash. — Megan...

Snohomish High School offers varsity letter for skilled trades — a state first

The program addresses a critical workforce gap while recognizing student achievement. SNOHOMISH, Wash — For generations, getting a high school letter was reserved for athletes. In recent years it has expanded...

Snohomish farm that feeds food banks still recovering from December flooding

Destructive flooding devastated Chinook Farms, crucial for community food banks, but a surge of volunteers offers hope as recovery and resilience take root. SNOHOMISH, Wash. — Nearly a month after historic...

A grandfather’s words, lost for 82 years, finally reach home

A Bothell man received his grandfather's message in a bottle 82 years after it was tied to a tree in British Columbia during World War II. BOTHELL, Wash. — Communication from...

Families demand safety improvements at dangerous Whatcom County intersection after another crash

The intersection has seen at least 10 crashes over the last decade, one of them fatal. DEMING, Wash. — High school classmates Nena Pierce and Crystal Anderson didn't really know each...

Sumas restaurant fights back from fifth major flood

Bob's Burgers and Brew in Sumas is rebuilding after the fifth major flood in more than 30 years left nearly two feet of water inside. SUMAS, Wash. — While the waters...

Eric Wilkinson

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